The number that J represents in a standard deck of playing cards is 11.
In playing cards, number cards are numbered from 1 to 10. However, face or court cards are not numbered this way. Instead, the Jack, Queen, and King are "notionally equivalent" to numerical values. Based on the provided reference, the Jack (J), is equivalent to 11.
Here's a quick breakdown:
| Card | Numerical Value |
|---|---|
| Ace | 1 (or sometimes 11 depending on the game) |
| 2-10 | 2-10 |
| Jack (J) | 11 |
| Queen (Q) | 12 |
| King (K) | 13 |
As the reference states, although they are marked with J, Q, and K, the Jack, Queen, and King are understood to be equal to the numerical values of 11, 12, and 13, respectively. This is especially important to understand when playing card games where cards have numerical value.
